A-Manual

Question 1

Duty of PM

Answer 1

• concentrate on flight path control and is in charge of aircraft control.
• at all times monitor any FD coupling functions.
• keep the aircraft within prescribed parameters.
• aim for precise, smooth and safe operation;
• respond according to crew communication procedures to all call outs
• initiate the checklist and respond as described in SOP

Question 2

Duty of PM

Answer 2

• assist the PF with controlling, achieving and maintaining the required / maximum power setting as briefed.
• monitor flight path, navigation, power settings, procedures, aircraft systems and FD coupling functions.
• read and perform checklist actions as prescribed in SOP.
• support PF with all assistance and information to reduce his workload.
• do all the administrative work in the cockpit, including all radio communications.
• take over control in case of incapacitation.
• perform call outs in accordance with crew communication procedures.
• normally perform the passenger briefing.

Question 3

Until safe altitude(500feet AGL) and Vy(80KIAS), PM shall consecrate mainly on :

Answer 3

• power setting (take-off power)
• rate of climb
• heading(flight path)
• supporting the PF with deviation calls, corrective action, and information about flight path to be followed(heading, altitude,etc)

Question 4

What items shall a MAYDAY call include?

Answer 4

Mayday mayday mayday
Name of station addressed 
Callsign
Nature of distress
Present position,altitude and heading
Intention of commander

Question 5

When should a MAYDAY call be sent?

Answer 5

1. Dual engine failure
2. Engine fire
3. Fire/smoke on board
4. Helicopter control problems due to failure of vital systems
5. Pilot incapacitation
6. Low on fuel - less than final reserve before landing
7. Unruly passengers endangering flight safety
8. Failure of systems or indications that may develop into a critical situation

Question 6

Statement of intent:

Answer 6

Before TDP/committed : Landing
After TDP/committed : continuing/ditching
Before LDP/committed: going around/landing
After LDP/committed: landing

Question 7

When should a go-around be initiated?

Answer 7

When a full scale deviation from localizer or glide slope path occurs when more than 500 feet above DA(H)/MDA(H), and when half scale deflection occurs from localizer or glide slope , when 500 feet or less from DA(H)/MDA(H).